1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1969 Ginetta G15
To start off, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ginetta G15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ginetta G15 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1969 Ginetta G15. (51 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1969 Ginetta G15.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ginetta G15. (70 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ginetta G15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1969 Ginetta G15 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ginetta |
| Model | V8 Vantage | G15 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 72 L |
